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Welcome to our online Coming to Edinburgh session for PG
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Where is everyone from?
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5. North
America1. Europe 3. Asia
4. Australia
2. Africa
5. South
America
Antarctica
What College will you be joining?
1. College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
2. College of Science and Engineering
3. College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine
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Essential Pre-arrival Information
• Covid-19 information
What happens next?
• Admissions and joining• Apply for accommodation
• Applying for your Visa
• Payment of tuition fees• Cost of living
• Health and Insurance• Key dates and upcoming
events
• Information for new students
• Questions and Answer session
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Covid-19
The Covid-19 pandemic is having a huge impact on education across the UK, Europe and worldwide, and we understand you may be concerned about how the Coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak could affect your arrival in Edinburgh and your studies with us.
As the situation develops, we will update our website, providing answers to the key questions based on the latest information we have.
https://www.ed.ac.uk/news/covid-19/prospective-students
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What happens next?
For September 2020, we are
planning on opening on time with
a hybrid model of on campus
teaching and digital elements that
will allow students to begin their
studies safely.
If students are not able to travel to
campus due to local travel
restrictions then you will be able to
begin your studies online until you
are able to travel.
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What is Hybrid teaching?
• Courses and programmes that can be taken by on-campus and off-campus students.
• Some of your classes and teaching will take place in-person, on our campuses, and some will continue to be delivered digitally.
• Most of our lectures will be delivered digitally in Semester 1, but we will offer other elements face-to-face wherever possible, such as seminars and tutorials.
• A number of buildings open for use wherever that is possible, while following the latest physical distancing guidelines.
• We will continue to increase our on-campus provisions as Covid-19 restrictions ease.
• Schools will be in touch with further details on what your teaching experience will look like.
• Further guidance – Email soon about Pre-Arrival International Panel hosted by VP Students - Thursday 25 August
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If your offer is conditional on English Language but you are unable to take an IELTS test, we will now also accept:
• TOEFL iBT Home edition (same scores required as
standard TOEFL iBT)
www.ets.org/s/cv/toefl/at-home/?WT.ac=TOEFL_special
_home_edition_200320&utm_source=vanity&utm_medium=vanity&utm_
campaign=TOEFLatHome&utm_content=toefl-special-edition
• LanguageCert International ESOL
www.languagecert.org/certifications/English/LanguageCert-International-
ESOL-31
• Duolingo – We will only consider acceptance of DET
for degree programmes when no recognised test is available to you (likely to apply only to applicants from
mainland China and Iran)
https://www.ed.ac.uk/studying/postgraduate/applying/your-
application/entry-requirements/english-requirements/duolingo-english-
test
English Language
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What happens next with your offer?
• Applicant hub
• Reply to your offer – as soon as you meet your conditions, update your application in MyEd
• Provide documents ASAP and accept offer online
www.ed.ac.uk/studying/postgraduate/applying/after
• Some programmes via UCAS
• UCAS Firm and Insurance choices
• Final decline by default deadline
www.ed.ac.uk/studying/undergraduate/applying/after-you-apply/accepting
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Admissions and Joining
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Apply for Accommodation
Apply for Accommodation online
• Whether accepting your offer as UF or CF
• No deposit or money upfront
Application guarantees and deadlines:
• Guaranteed accommodation: if you are a new single PGT student from outside the EU, or new single PGR student, and you apply for housing by 31st July and are you UF by 31st July
• https://www.accom.ed.ac.uk/for-students/postgraduates/postgraduate-guarantee/
• Not allocated on first come first serve basis
• Accommodation is only allocated once an applicant’s place has been confirmed (UF)
• If you cannot arrive by September we can hold your lease or cancel your place.
• Ready to Apply www.accom.ed.ac.uk/for-students/ready-to-apply/
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The University in the city
= University buildings
= Park spaces
= City landmarks
5 minute walk
15 minute walk
Scale = 0.5 mile
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Joining Instructions
Applying for your visa
• Confirmation of Acceptance of Studies (CAS) issued by the University
• Log into Applicant Hub
• Request a CAS from Student Administration
https://www.ed.ac.uk/student-administration/immigration/applying-for-visa/tier-4/requirements/confirmation-acceptance-studies
University issues Welcome information / joining instructions during the summer
• Available online
• How to pay your fees and register as a student
• Welcome week
• Information about your School, introductory meetings, services to help you prepare for starting at Edinburgh
Make sure your email address is up to date to ensure you receive important information over the summer.
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Student Immigration Service
Getting your CAS
Documents required
Visa application form & process
Responsibilities and restrictions
Tier 4 visa: non/EEA Swiss nationals
Jane O’Loughlin/Erika Sella
Bringing your family
Q&A session
Save your questions for the end!
Information for EEA/Swiss nationals
Information for your dependants
Graduate visa routeInformation on the new post-study work visa from 2021
EU Settlement Scheme
Covid-19Information about how restrictions may affect you
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• You must be living in the UK by 31
December 2020 (no minimum
residence requirement)
• You must apply by 30 June 2021
• You can only apply from within the
UK (unless you have previously
established residence here)
• The application is free of charge
If you are an EEA/Swiss national, you will not need a visa if you arrive in the UK by 31 December 2020
You will then need to apply for the EU Settlement Scheme before 30 June 2021.
How can I apply?
If your application is successful you will
be granted either:
• Settled status, if you already have 5
years continuous residence in the UK
• Pre-settled status, if you have lived
in the UK for less than 5 years (you
can apply later for settled status)
Both statuses allow you to live, work
and study in the UK without restriction
What if I move to the UK later
than 31 December 2020?
What will my status be under
the EU Settlement Scheme?
• You will not be eligible for the EU
Settlement Scheme
• You will need to apply under the
UK's new immigration system which
will be in place from January 2021 –
this will be very similar to the
current Tier 4 visa route
Find out more:UK Home Office website
UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA)
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Confirmation of Acceptance
for Studies (CAS)A CAS is a 14 digit alpha-numeric reference number essential
to your Tier 4 visa application. It contains information about
student and programme of studies.
A CAS cannot be used more than 3 months prior to
programme start date.
How do I request a CAS? You need to request your CAS through your Applicant Hub.
• Initial draft will be sent via University EUCLID account.
• Draft should be checked carefully - report any changes
needed.
• Once draft is approved, CAS should be ready within 5
working days. You will receive a notification via EUCLID
when this happens.
No letter/PDF needed for application purposes but CAS
number needs to be entered in visa application form.
Applying for a Tier 4 visa
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What supporting documents
do I need?
Original valid passport Must contain at least one
full page blank on both sides
1 recent passport-sized
photo
Most visa application
centres no longer require
this
Financial evidence To cover your tuition fees
and living costs
Academic qualification
certificate
Academic Technology
Approval Scheme (ATAS)
If applicable
Tuberculosis (TB) certificate If applicable
All documents must be accompanied by an official translation
if not in English. Other than your passport, you can submit
either originals or copies.
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Supporting documents:
Financial evidence
How much? • Tuition fees as stated in your CAS + living costs (£9135 for
programmes of 9 months or more). For shorter
programmes: £1015 x course length in months.
What money can I use? • Cash funds in your name or in your parents’/legal
guardians’ name
• The funds must be in place for at least 28 consecutive days
• The bank statement must be dated within the last 31 days
How do I evidence it? • If using your money: bank statement
• If using your parents’/legal guardians’ money: bank
statement + birth certificate + letter of consent
What if I am receiving a scholarship? • From the University of Edinburgh: details must be in
your CAS
• From your government, any other University or an
international organisation: scholarship letter needed.
What if I am receiving an educational loan?
• Letter confirming details of the loan
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Supporting documents:
Academic qualifications
What do I need? Evidence of the academic qualification that the University used
to assess your suitability for your programme. The qualification
will be noted on your CAS. We will use only one of your previous
qualifications.
What documents can I use? You must submit either:
• Your degree certificate; OR
• Your transcripts confirming your award
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Supporting documents:
Translations
Do I need translations?
Any documents not in English must be accompanied by a
full translation that includes:
• Confirmation from the translator that it is an accurate
translation of the original document
• The date of the translation
• The translator’s/an authorised official of the translation
company’s full name and signature
• The translator’s/translation company’s contact details
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Supporting documents:
ATAS certificate
An ATAS certificate is a form of clearance that is needed for
students studying on certain science and technology
programmes.
What is an ATAS?
Do I need ATAS?
You can apply online.
The ATAS application takes around four weeks.
If you are successful, your ATAS certificate will be emailed to
you. It is important that you make your ATAS application 4-6
weeks before you intend to apply for your visa.
How do I apply?
Your offer letter and your CAS will tell you if you need an
ATAS certificate to study your course. You can also check via
the Home Office website.
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Supporting documents:
Tuberculosis (TB) certificate
What is a TB test? A TB test is a chest x-ray looking for changes in the
appearance of your lungs that are suggestive of TB.
If your test shows that you are free of TB, you will be
given a certificate that is valid for 6 months.
Do I need a TB test?
• Yes, if you are ordinarily resident in one of the countries
listed on the Home Office website.
• You do not need to apply for a TB certificate if you have
lived for at least six months in a country that does not
require TB screening, and you have been away from that
country for no more than six months.
You must take the test at one of the approved clinics listed
on the Home Office website
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Low risk nationals
Australia Indonesia Peru
Bahrain Hong Kong* Qatar
Barbados Japan Serbia
Botswana Kazakhstan Singapore
Brazil Kuwait South Korea
Brunei Macau SAR* Taiwan**
Cambodia Malaysia Thailand
Canada Mauritius Tunisia
Chile Mexico United Arab Emirates
China New Zealand United States of America
The Dominican Republic Oman British National (Overseas)*
*Where the applicant is the rightful
holder of a passport that has been
issued by the relevant competent
authority, and where they are applying
for leave to remain in the UK, or for
entry clearance in the territory related
to the passport he holds. **Those who
hold a passport issued by Taiwan that
includes their national ID card number.
‘Low risk’ means you do not
need to send financial evidence
or academic qualifications BUT
as documents can be requested,
you must prepare them in the
right format
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Tier 4 Pilot Scheme
Yes, if you are commencing a taught or research masters
degree in September 2019 and your programme last for less
than 13 months.
Your dependants are also eligible if they apply at the same
time as you.
There is no need to fill out a form specific to the Pilot:
eligibility for the scheme is automatic depending on the
information provided in your application form.
The University of Edinburgh has been selected to take part in a
new pilot scheme allowing certain masters degree students to
benefit from a streamlined visa application process.
• You will be granted an additional 6 months visa on top of
your course end date (helpful if you wish to work or
undertake an internship at the end of your studies).
• You will be considered to be low-risk for immigration
purposes: this means that you do not need to submit
evidence of your qualifications or finances with your visa
application (though these can still be requested by the
Home Office).
What is it?
What are the benefits?
Am I eligible?
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Immigration Health Surcharge
What is it?
The Immigration Health Surcharge is a fee you must pay
as part of your visa application, compulsory for those
applying to come to the UK for longer than 6 months.
It gives you the right to access the National Health Service
(NHS).
Further information can be found on our website
How much does it cost? £300 per year of your visa (£150 for periods up to 6
months).
Examples:
• 12 month masters’ programme (Pilot Scheme): £600
• 4-year PhD programme: £1,350
*The Immigration Health Surcharge is increasing to £470 per
year from 01 October 2020
How do I pay it? Online as part of the visa application process.
Your course start and end dates must match the
details on your Confirmation of Acceptance for
Studies (CAS).
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The application form
STEP 3STEP 2STEP 1
Complete the online application form
on the Gov.UK website:
https://visas-
immigration.service.gov.uk/apply-visa-
type/tier4
Make sure you use our video tutorial
to help you complete the application:
https://www.ed.ac.uk/student-
administration/immigration/applying-
for-visa/tier-4/applying/outside-
uk/application-process
Pay the visa application fee (£348*)
and the Immigration Health
Surcharge fee (if visa will be more
than 6 months in duration)
*Or the equivalent in your local
currency
Book an appointment at the nearest
visa application centre & submit your
supporting documents:
https://www.gov.uk/find-a-visa-
application-centre
Many visa application centres will scan
your supporting documents and give
these back to you on the day (but your
passport might be retained).
The application process will normally
take 2-3 weeks. Most countries offer
priority and super-priority services at an
extra cost.
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When your visa is issued
An Entry Clearance Vignette (sticker) will be put in your
passport:
• Valid for 30 days only – this is only to allow you to
enter the UK
• 30 days period will usually start 1 month before
programme date (if you apply in good time)
You should check that all details on the vignette are
correct.
If there are any errors, you should contact the visa
application centre.
You should also make sure you bring the letter containing
details about the full length of your visa with you to the
UK.
Students whose 30-day visa to travel to the UK has
expired, or is about to expire, can request a replacement
visa with revised validity dates free of charge until the
end of this year. The replacement visa will be valid for 90
days. Please contact our team if you need further
information on this.
Entry clearance vignette
Checking your vignette
If you can’t travel within the 30-day period
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Biometric Residence Permit (BRP)
A BRP is the card you will need to collect once you arrive to
the UK either before the vignette sticker in your travel
document expires or within 10 days of arriving in the UK,
whichever is later.
It is the visa that will cover the full length of your programme
(plus the relevant wrap-up period).
Information on where to collect your BRP will be provided to
you during the pre-arrival period.
You should make sure that all details on your BRP are
correct.
If you notice a mistake, you must report it within 10 days of
collecting it using this online form:
www.gov.uk/biometric-residence-permits/report-problem
What is a BRP?
Checking the BRP
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Arriving via e-Gates
When you arrive at a UK port, you should meet with a border control officer who will check your passport and
UK immigration permission. Border control officers may also ask you to present documents relating to your
studies (your CAS or unconditional offer letter), your finances (bank statements) and your accommodation.
We recommend that you carry this evidence in your hand luggage.
UK airports are now operating E-gates for nationals of Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand and the United States.
If you are a national of one of these countries and you hold a Tier 4 visa, you can either use an e-Gate to enter or see
a border officer to get a stamp on the 30-day vignette.
If you do enter the UK via an e-Gate, we strongly advise that you keep your boarding passes or travel itinerary in a
safe place as you will need to evidence your date of arrival in the UK.
The UK and the Republic of Ireland are part of a Common Travel Area (CTA); the CTA streamlines arrival to the UK from
the Republic of Ireland for most travellers because there is no immigration control between the two countries
If you are a Tier 4 student, you need to get a visa before travelling to the UK. If you have obtained a visa from your
home country, you can travel via the Republic of Ireland. We strongly advise that you keep your boarding passes or travel
itinerary in a safe place as you will need to evidence your date of arrival in the UK.
Travelling via the Republic of Ireland
Travelling to the UK and immigration control
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Tier 4: Responsibilities & Restrictions
• Claim public funds
• Work as a self-employed person or engage in business activities
• Work as an entertainer, sportsperson or coach
• Study your main programme with an institution that is not the sponsor of your visa
• Stay in the UK past the end date of your visa, unless you have made a visa application
to extend your stay in the UK
• Study a full time programme with your sponsor (the University of Edinburgh)
• Take additional studies with your sponsor or other institution (providing it does not
interfere with your main course of study)
• Undertake certain types of work for up to 10 or 20 hours per week
• Keeping the University up-to-date with your contact details
• Registering with the police (if applicable): https://www.ed.ac.uk/student-
administration/immigration/while-you-are-here/police-registration
• Attending all classes, lectures and seminars, or if you are a research student,
engaging regularly with your supervisor
• Seeking advice in a timely fashion you make any changes to your studies, such as
changing the end date or taking breaks
Your visa
allows you to:
You must not:
Your
responsibilities:
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Postgraduate students studying on a
programme of 9 months or longer
can bring dependants to the UK.
You can also bring dependants if you
are an undergraduate student
sponsored by your home
government.
Who is a
dependant?
Who is
eligible?
Dependants are:
• Spouse;
• Civil partner;
• Unmarried partners (provided
you have been living together for
at least 2 consecutive years);
• Children under 18
How do my dependants
apply?
They must apply via the Gov.UK
website https://visas-
immigration.service.gov.uk/apply-
visa-type/dependant
Our website provides detailed
information on the application
process and on the documents they
will need: www.ed.ac.uk/student-
administration/immigration/depend
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• You will still be able to start your programme online from the country where you are living in
September
• You should keep in touch closely with your School to ensure that you are engaged with your studies
and informed while you are overseas
• You will be able to use your CAS to apply for a visa and arrange travel to arrive in the UK by 30th
November 2020
• If you have not been able to secure a visa and make travel arrangements by 15th November then
you should contact us to discuss your CAS
• Some Visa Application Centres (VAC) around the world are still closed, while others are resuming
services
• For updates to the status of VACs in your country, please check:
o TLS contact if you're applying from Europe, Africa and parts of the Middle East
o VFS global for all other countries
• Upon reopening, Visa Application Centres may take a bit longer than the usual 3 week standard to
process applications
• The UK Visas & Immigration has published guidance on entering the UK
• In the 48 hours prior to travelling to the UK, you must provide your journey and contact details
using this form
• At the border, you must show the completed form (either printed or on your phone)
• You must self-isolate (not leave the place you’re staying) for the first 14 days you’re in the UK
except in very limited situations
• Guidance may change over the summer, please contact us for updated information
Should I expect
delays?
What if I don't
have my Tier 4
visa by
September?
What are the
UK's rules on
those entering
from overseas?
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• You must have a Tier 4 visa that is
still valid at the time you intend to
apply
• You must have completed
a degree-level programme at a
Higher Education Institution in or
after the summer of 2021
• You can apply within the UK only
The UK government have announced they plan to open a new immigration route which will allow international
students to work for two years after completing their programme of studies.
Who I will
be eligible?
• If granted, you will be able to stay
and work (in any sector or at any
level), or look for work, in
the UK for a maximum period of
two years.
• You cannot extend this visa
When will I be able to
apply?
What we know so far...
What will I be able to do
if my application is
successful?
• While the UKVI has stated that the route
will be introduced, details of when the
application will become available is still
not confirmed
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Student Immigration Service
Student Administrative Services
Old College, South Bridge, Edinburgh EH8 9YL
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.ed.ac.uk/student-administration/immigration
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PostgraduateTuition Fees
• Annual fees for 2020-2021 session
• Postgraduate £22,850+ (class based)
• Taught & £28,150+ (laboratory)
• MSc by Research £23,950+ (studio arts)
• Postgraduate £22,850 (book based)
• Research £23,500 (laboratory)
• (MFA, MPhil, PhD) £20,100 (studio arts)
• For up to date information on course fees and any additional programme costs:
• PG taught - https://www.ed.ac.uk/tuition-fees/find/postgraduate-taught/2020-2021
• PG research - https://www.ed.ac.uk/tuition-fees/find/postgraduate-research
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Payment of Tuition Fees
• The University’s secure payment methods are with trusted partners and unique referencing ensures we receive the payments.
Payment options
• Can be paid in advance in full or in part at the point of matriculation.
• Alternatively can be paid in installments
• First installment (50%) can be paid by bank transfer, online payment or credit card, either in advance or when matriculating.
• Second and third installment paid by direct debit from a nominated bank account (usually December and February).
• Exchange rates
• More information: http://www.ed.ac.uk/finance/students/fees
• *please note careers development loans no longer exist
EXTERNAL FUNDED
Financial support / sponsorship
from government, foundations,
employers and other similar
organisations
US loans - Student Administration will provide
information to Finance
Channel Islands, Isle of Man and NHS Bursaries –send award evidence to Student Administration
Canadian, Scandinavian, Nordic and Latin American
loans - pay 1st instalment and provide Finance with a
copy of your loan confirmation
Postgraduate Loans and Career Development loans
- pay any loan shortfall and provide Finance with a
copy of the loan agreement
For all others - provide Student Administration with a
copy of your sponsorship/scholarship award letter
Scottish and EU students apply to SAAS
English students apply to Student Finance England
Welsh students apply to Student Finance Wales
Northern Ireland students apply to Student Finance ni
[information is sent directly to Student Administration]
SELF FUNDED by instalment
Includes payment from
family or friends
SELF FUNDED in full
Includes payment from
family or friends
NO
NO
YES
OR
OR
Pay on-line with a debit/credit card
Pay by bank-to-bank transfer
YES
OR
YES
50% of fees paid on-line or
bank-to-bank transfer
Provide UK bank details
on-line to set up a direct
debit instruction
Instalment plan set up for direct debits from UK bank account
New direct
debit payer YES
NO
THEN
THEN
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Bank to Bank transfer and Online Payments
Platform ‘GlobalPay for Students’
• pay GBP student fees in currency of choice
• simple and secure
• bank fees specific to your country, transparent rates guaranteed for 72 hours, no
additional fees
• peace of mind the University will receive the
full amount you pay with no deductions,
favourable exchange rates,
• track your payments, multi-language,
customer support
Inform the University if you are receiving financial
assistance from an external funder (excluding educational loans from a government agency) at
FAQs: https://edin.ac/studentfinance
Further guidance
https://www.ed.ac.uk/finance/students/fees/s
elf-funded
Payment methods
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Living costs
• Cost of living - Approximately £1000 per month (including accommodation, food, utility bills, mobile phone, internet, laundry, study materials)
• Budgeting – consider lifestyle and spending habits
• Initial one-off costs – bedding, police registration, insurance, temporary accommodation, mobile phone, tv licence, contents insurance.
• Additional costs – travel, gym membership, social costs, society membership
• Student discounts – NUS, Unidays, online, local businesses
• Discounted local travel
• Edinburgh University Student Association Advice place
• New Student’s section of the website -https://www.ed.ac.uk/students/new-students/finances/student-living-costs
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Health and Insurance
• International students are eligible for free National Health Service (NHS) treatment
• You may have to pay for dentistry and some
more specialised services
• Bring supplies of existing prescribed medicines
with you as not all drugs available in the UK
• You may want to arrange personal insurance
to cover items such as laptop, baggage, books
• If you are staying in University Accommodation,
insurance is included in the rent but check the
small print for exceptions
• Ensure that you are covered for the travel
period until registration (matriculation) at the
University and you have other arrangements in
place
More information
http://www.ed.ac.uk/students/new-students/health-
insurance
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UK Bank account
• Bank introduction letter
• Welcome Week – must be in the UK to set up, check self-isolation guidance on government website
• Letter from MyEd if in University housing
• Letter from Student Administration if in private housing
• Check documentation required on the bank website
• It may take up to two weeks to set up.
• Further information and list of local banks -https://www.ed.ac.uk/student-administration/order-documents/bank-letter
Maria Ferreira
Photo Credit: Leyla Deniz Kiraz
Matriculation
Registering as a student
Online Registration
• You will receive an email to your
University email account when the online
form is available for you to complete
• Complete the online form as soon as
possible via the MyEd portal in the
Student Personal Details channel
• Approximately 4 weeks prior to your
programme start date and if you hold an
unconditional firm (UF) offer
Further guidance
http://www.ed.ac.uk/student-systems/support-
guidance/students/online-registration
Photo by Andreas Zachariou, Cyprus
Photo Credit: Alexandra Belange
Arriving in Edinburgh
Schedule your travel plans to arrive during Arrival Weekend (12th – 13th September) – staggered arrival
• Welcome week - induction activities - social and
school/programme events and activities
• Download Getting Started Guide
• UoE Events app available to download – full programme live in August.
• Join New Students Facebook group
Flying to Edinburgh
• Domestic flights: most UK airports have daily
connections to Edinburgh
• International flights: London, Amsterdam, Paris,
Istanbul, Doha usually offer international connections
to Edinburgh
• Visas – the ‘valid from’ date on the visa is the earliest
point you can arrive in the UK on your visa
More information http://www.ed.ac.uk/students/new-
students/arrival
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Self-isolation requirements vary by country
• Check up to date guidance on Scottish government website here:
https://www.gov.scot/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-public-health-checks-at-borders/pages/self-isolation/
Arriving early
• If you will arrive in Edinburgh prior to your lease start date, you should try to book temporary accommodation as early as possible to avoid extra expenses.
• Short-term accommodation for students who need to arrive early, whether due to flights or the required self-isolation period – view your options and apply here:
https://www.accom.ed.ac.uk/for-students/early-arrivals/
• Private accommodation and further guidance:
https://www.ed.ac.uk/students/new-students/accommodation/temp-accommodation
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Self-isolation – 14 days
Photo Credit: Unknown
Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September 2020 – Staggered arrival to comply with
social distancing guidelines
Onward travel to your accommodation
• Taxis or public transport – New students website can advise on options
• Easily accessible public transport
• Check government guidance on wearing a
mask on public transport prior to arrival.
• Airlink 100 Bus from Edinburgh airport to the city is the cheapest option – 24 hours (35
mins to city centre)
• Tram line runs from airport to city centre (35
mins to city centre)
• Taxis – black cabs or private hire
• Uber
• Train – Waverley Station is the main station
in the city centre
https://www.ed.ac.uk/students/new-
students/arrival/transport-in-edinburgh
https://www.lothianbuses.com/our-
services/airport-buses/
www.edinburghtrams.com
Arrival Weekend
Photo credit: Chinyere Herbert
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Getting started
Bryan Li
Essential information for New Students available online
www.ed.ac.uk/new-students
• Getting Started Guides
Download a collection of helpful guides with information and advice on how to ‘get started’
as a student, including checklists, support and
development opportunities, IT and library,
wellbeing and safety
• What to Expect
Videos and student blogs about life at the
University, living in Edinburgh, things to know
as you start your studies
• Welcome Week App
Events app to find, browse and search for
activities for new students organised by the
university and Edinburgh University Students’
Association
• Global Buddies
Global buddy groups of new International
students, led by current students
Asking questions
Always use the hand raise icon
to queue up your question.
When called upon to ask your
question, type a question in the
“Text Chat Area”
Once your question is answered,
please lower your hand.
Contact Us
Edinburgh Global
Email: [email protected]
Web: https://www.ed.ac.uk/global
Student Immigration ServiceEmail: [email protected]
Web: www.ed.ac.uk/student-
administration/immigration
Covid-19 updates for
prospective students:
https://www.ed.ac.uk/news/covid-
19/prospective-students
Thank You!
www.ed.ac.ukapplyedinburgh
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Thank you!